Rapid Responder - Homecare Wexford Town
Being a carer means making a huge difference to the quality of someone's day and life. Join us - together we can improve the lives of those we serve, in your local community.
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Right at Home is one of Ireland's leading and award-winning home care providers, we are currently hiring a full-time Rapid Responder who can work in the Wexford Town area. Please get in touch today!!
Our mission is to improve the quality of life, for those we serve.
Please note we do not provide visas for this role. We do not have a role for Oversees applicants at the moment. You must have the right to work in Ireland and provide a valid visa to be considered for this role.
Rapid Responder Healthcare Assistant – The Role
- Effectively deal with emergency on-call issues, for example covering calls either directly when Care Workers are sick or absent.
- Carry out all instructions relating to the direct care of clients as per Home Care Plan.
- Always contribute to the protection and well-being of clients.
- Provide medication prompting as per Home Care Plan
- Provide help with personal care, showering and toileting
- Preparing meals and light household duties.
- Document any care given and any issues of concern and report as appropriate and as per company policy.
- During quiet times support supervisor with their role.
- Effectively deal with emergency on-call issues, for example covering calls directly when Care Workers are sick or absent from work and ensuring clients are cared for in a caring professional manner.
Compassion, good communication and organisational skills together with a calm and caring manner are vital for this important role in our company.
Benefits and recognition
- Pay rate of between €16.00- €18.00 per hour depending on experience
- Flexible working days
- Provide Training - we're passionate about investing in our people
- Employee of the Month award
- Employees of the Year Awards – Regional and National
- Refer a Friend scheme
- Professional Development - we love to promote from within!
- Weekly Fuel Allowance Provided
Required Competencies and Training
- Compassion, patience, and empathy
- Dependable and attentive, with a strong commitment to providing high levels of care
- Great communicator – with clients and support team
- Ability to work alone, use initiative and be mindful of health and safety and other organisational policies at all times
- Related experience providing care is desirable
- 2 QQI level 5 Healthcare modules – Care Skills and Care of the Elderly is a requirement
- Up to date patient moving & handling certificate (or training provided)
- International Police Clearance (where applicable)
Job Spec Summary
- Assisting with both personal and practical care
- Facilitating independence and social involvement
- Ensure dignity, privacy and independence is maintained and respected
- Reporting any issues to your manager
Right at Home is an equal opportunities employer
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- Department
- Care Team
- Locations
- Wexford, Waterford
Wexford, Waterford
Perks & Benefits
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Competitive Pay Rates 💰
We offer competitive sector pay rates, and other financial benefits. -
Career Progression 👩⚕️
We promote from within where possible and help to support you to develop your career further if you wish. -
Mental Health & Wellness 🧠
As a company we are committed to the wellbeing of our staff and have a Work Place Wellness program promoting both positive mental and physical health. -
Education 📚
We provide ongoing training and opportunities to advance your skills and career development.
Workplace & Culture
Whether you’re a dedicated Health Care Assistant who prides themselves on the care provided to your clients or an office professional who wants to make a difference in people's lives. One thing is for sure that you are striving for the highest quality care for our clients, are a strong team player, dedicated to your role, compassionate and are accountable to yourself and the team.
Work with an award-winning company, alongside some of the best minds in the industry. As a company we are continuously improving and growing our service and people, guided by our company’s mission “To Improve the Quality of Life for Those We Serve”.
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About Right at Home Ireland
Right at Home provides personalised Home Care services to the elderly and people with disabilities.
Our mission is "To Improve the Quality of Life for Those we Serve"
We deliver our services through our extraordinary team and we always go the extra mile for our clients.
Rapid Responder - Homecare Wexford Town
Being a carer means making a huge difference to the quality of someone's day and life. Join us - together we can improve the lives of those we serve, in your local community.
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